He said: "We're now confident that we can offer individualised education packages to other children with ASD in Cornwall, so they can continue to live with their parents but benefit as day pupils with us."

Spectrum said that although no official figures exist, it believes that about 1% of the population has some degree of ASD.

The condition can result in communication difficulties and a lack of social skills.

An open day is being held at Three Bridges on 3 November from 1100 GMT until 1530 GMT.